You get all the same software features as the Pixel 9 series, but there are some extras to take advantage of all the screens. Made You Look, for example, plays a cute animation on the outer screen to make sure your kiddo stares at it when you're trying to capture a photo. When you're on a Google Meet call, you can now utilize all the screens so that everyone around you can see the person you're speaking with, and that means using all the cameras too, so the person on the other end doesn't have to see just your face.
At the end of the day, this is still a $1,799 smartphone, and that's just too high a price to pay. But if you have the cash and love folding phones, especially when paired with a Pixel's smarts and camera prowess, this is one of the best options available.
Specs External display: 6.3 inch, 120 Hz OLED, 2,700 nits peak brightness Internal display: 8 inch, 120 Hz LTPO, OLED, 2,700 nits peak brightness Processor and RAM: Tensor G4 with 16 GB RAM Storage: 256- and 512-GB options Battery: 4,650 mAh Cameras: 48-MP main camera, 10.5-MP telephoto (5X), 10.5-MP ultrawide, 10-MP front camera, 10-MP inner selfie camera Updates (from date of manufacture): 7 years of software updates Extras: Wireless charging, IPX8, fingerprint and secure face unlock, NFC, VPN, Video Boost, Google One AI Premium Plan trial Carrier compatibility: Works on all three major US networks
The Best Pixel Cases and Accessories
I've written a broader guide on the Best Pixel 9 Cases and Accessories here, but here are a few selections for your perusal. We'll be testing cases for the Pixel 10 series soon.
Official Google Case Photograph: Julian Chokkattu
This silicone case lets you match your Pixel phone's color. It's durable and nice to touch, with raised edges on the front to protect the screen. It's made with recycled plastics, and while the older cases attract lint and dust easily, this revamped case does a better job of resisting them. I also like that it keeps the back flush, so the camera bump isn't so obvious. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold case is made of a hard-shell polycarbonate, but it's fairly slim and lightweight compared to third-party cases I've tested. Access to the buttons is open, and I like how it gives you an easier way to unfold the phone.
Photograph: Julian Chokkattu
This is our favorite case overall for the Pixel 9 and Pixel 8A series. It has clicky buttons and incredibly grippy edges (hence the name). It feels robust yet fairly slim, and you can choose a snazzy design. Just know that you have to apply this “skin” to the back of the case. There's a lot of room for error here, so be careful, and watch Dbrand's installation video for tips. There's MagSafe support so you can use your Pixel with MagSafe accessories, and it worked exceptionally in my testing.
Peak Design Everyday Case Photograph: Julian Chokkattu
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